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‘Genius pass’: Brazilian media hail Erick Pulgar after brilliant Flamengo move

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

At a glance

News Named sources Context piece
  • Erick Pulgar helped Flamengo beat Mirassol 2-0 in the Brasileirao with a volleyed pass that led to Jorge Carrascal’s opening goal.
  • Pulgar left after 31 minutes because of a thigh injury, but Brazilian sports media praised his immediate impact following his contract renewal through 2029.

Erick Pulgar needed only 31 minutes to win unanimous praise from the Brazilian sports press. The Chilean midfielder produced a standout moment in Flamengo’s 2-0 victory over Mirassol in the Brasileirao, despite leaving the match with a physical problem.

The key play came in the 14th minute. Pulgar struck a superb volleyed pass that split the opposing defense and launched a dangerous counterattack. The move ended with Jorge Carrascal opening the scoring for Flamengo.

Pulgar’s performance came shortly after he renewed his contract with Flamengo through 2029. His quick response on the field added to what Brazilian coverage described as an outstanding period for the Antofagasta-born player.

Globoesporte highlighted his influence, writing: “He had another great performance and made an excellent pass that led to Carrascal’s goal.” The outlet also said Pulgar’s departure resulted from a heavy blow to his thigh.

He had another great performance and made an excellent pass that led to Carrascal’s goal.

· GloboesporteThe Brazilian sports outlet praised Pulgar’s impact in Flamengo’s win over Mirassol.
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Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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